Web Production Specialist
Cambridge, MA - USA
Job Summary
Posting Description
WEB PRODUCTION SPECIALIST Vice President for Research (OVPR) to maintain and enhance OVPRs public-facing websites and intranet using Drupal; manage website content functionality accessibility links forms search and access restrictions; stage publish and validate website updates; coordinate website changes with communications staff and subject-matter experts; manage projects with external web development vendors including scoping work prioritizing deliverables monitoring progress troubleshooting testing and resolving issues; serve as the first responder for website outages and other time-sensitive issues; contribute to new website development and major redesign and redevelopment projects; advise on web architecture design accessibility security SEO/AEO user experience and other web best practices; identify opportunities to improve OVPR websites and digital communications; proofread and edit web content; and collaborate with Communications colleagues and stakeholders across MIT to ensure websites are accurate accessible user-friendly and aligned with OVPR priorities.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelors degree; minimum of three years of experience in web production using content management systems including Drupal; knowledge of web development principles and best practices; experience applying accessibility best practices to digital communications materials; experience managing multiple projects simultaneously; strong writing and editing skills; ability to communicate complex information clearly; ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders; proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google collaborative tools; familiarity with HTML and website analytics and monitoring tools. PREFERRED: Experience managing a website redesign or rebuild with an external design/development vendor; experience in higher education or a policy-driven environment.
Please include a cover letter with application.
8/5/2026
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
The MIT Media Lab is an interdisciplinary research lab that encourages the unconventional mixing and matching of seemingly disparate research areas.